One through Eleven Re-did

I have an update on my Top Eleven things I'd like to do at some point in my lifetime. Can you guess what it is?

I don't really want to eat caviar. It's always seemed gross and I'm not sure what came over me to make me add that to the list. From now on, my Number 2 thing to do is...

Drum roll...

Run a HALF marathon!

You're probably wondering why I chose a half-marathon rather than a full-marathon. Well, I don't really enjoy running on a consistent basis-I'd much rather do a marathon on the elliptical. Anyway, I figure I can start now with a half-marathon and if I really like it that much, I'll do a marathon further down the road.

Now don't get your hopes up too much-I have my entire life to do this half-marathon, which means it will not be happening anytime soon. However, I will be signing up for 5Ks and 10Ks on a regular basis to keep me in shape and working toward the half-marathon so if you're interested let me know!

*first 5K is the Utah Valley event on June 12. Cost is $19.

One through Eleven

At some point in my life, I want to:

1. Go skydiving.
2. Eat caviar.
3. Snorkel in the ocean. (Without fear.)
4. Write a book. (Published=not required.)
5. Meet the Prophet. (Meeting Pres. Monson would be cool, but I'll settle for whomever is the prophet at the time.)
6. Attend a U2 concert. (June 3, Rice Eccles Stadium...anyone in?)
7. Graduate with a Master's degree. (I think I'm on my way!)
8. Get married. (In the temple, of course.)
9. Donate my hair to Locks of Love.
10. See a bear. (This one's for you, Brooke.)
11. Travel to the Mediterranean. (Give me some Greek lovin'!)

20 hours

In 20 hours, I will be on a plane-a plane headed to the greatest adventure of my life!

Come along for the ride!

Summer Agenda

Summer 2010. Full of promise and sunshine. Here's what's on my "To Do List" for the upcoming months.

April
1. Cruise to the Bahamas! (only three more days!)

May
1. Become unemployed (three weeks at my current job then it's "bye bye moolah")
2. Begin working for my mother, aunt, and grandmother (this summer is sure to be full of family goodness)
3. Finally finish my FAFSA application
4. Apply for loans (thank goodness for awesome credit)

June
1. EFY begins! (third summer in a row, it's bound to be a good one)
2. Continue working for my mother, aunt, and grandmother
3. Start looking for a beautiful, decently priced basement apartment in the Avenues of Salt Lake City (and figuring out how to live without furniture for two years)

July
1. EFY
2. Familial working (hello nepotism)
3. Girls camp! (bring on the Beehives)
4. Grad school registration

August
1. Finalize all money endeavors (back to "hello moolah")
2. Move to Salt Lake
3. Grad school begins (I'm actually getting clients?!)

What else I'd like to *randomly* fit into this summer (in order of importance):
1. Brooke and Kat's Day of Adventure
2. Lagoon
3. Camping
4. Sleepovers in Provo
5. Friendship bracelets
6. Learning to sew
7. Cooking
8. Dating
9. Engagement

Another "Get to Know You" Post...

What time did you get up this morning? 6:30 a.m.
Diamonds or pearls? Diamonds. Definitely.
What was the last movie you saw in the cinema? Oh my...Blind Side?
What is your favorite TV show? Glee and/or Lost
What do you usually have for breakfast? One glass of milk, please
What is your middle name? My mother's middle name
What food do you dislike? Anything fruit
What kind of car do you drive? '04 Honda Civic EX Coupe
What is your favorite band? Right now? Train
Favorite sandwich? Egg Salad. Yum!
What characteristic do you despise? Laziness
Favorite item of clothing? Anything and all things panties.
If you could go anywhere on the world for vacation, where would you go? Italy or Greece
Favorite brand? Anything Target or Forever 21.
Where would you retire? The Pacific Northwest sounds nice.
What was your most memorable birthday? My last one? Or my 20th birthday when Heath Ledger died.
Favorite sport to watch? Basketball
When is your birthday? January 22
Are you a morning person or a night person? Both. Or neither.
Shoe size? 7.5 or 8
Pets? Dogs and only dogs. Currently: Misti a.k.a. the devil.
Any exciting news you'd like to share? Ten days until the Bahamas!
What did you want to be when you were little? A ballerina, complete with the pink tutu.
How are you today? Hungry.
What is your favorite candy? Kit Kat. Why? Duh...KAT
What is your favorite flower? The purple pansies I was given yesterday.
What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to? April 30th
What are you listening to right now? My computer drone on and on and on
Do you wish on stars? Yes
If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Green. Or Macaroni and Cheese.
What is your natural hair color? Dark, dark, dark brown.
What is your favorite soda? Fresca, especially the citrus kind.
Favorite restaurant? Right now it's Macey's where I can buy chow mein.
Favorite color nail polish? None
What was your favorite toy as a child? My Cabbage Patch doll, Sereisa.
Summer or Winter? Summer.
Hugs or kisses? Depends on the kind of kiss...okay, just straight up kisses.
Chocolate or vanilla? Chocolate
Coffee or tea? I'm addicted to Starbucks.
What is under your bed? Plastic bins.
What did you do last night? Dinner with the long-lost cousins followed by Gossip Girl.
Salty or sweet? Both.
How many keys on your key ring? 5
How many years at your current job? 2
Favorite day of the week? Thursday
How many towns have you lived in? 5

Art

This past semester I've been taking Humanities 202 as my last GE. I was not excited that I would be taking a course full of freshman and sophomores, much less a class where the subject matter did not appeal to me in the slightest. Last semester's class of Humanities 201 was somewhat of a disaster, so I didn't expect much better from this course.

Here is how I felt before the class.

But, I was pleasantly surprised. Dr. Soper is an incredible, fun teacher and he livened up the material to appeal to those (people like me) who did not want to be in the class. We acted out Hamlet in an hour, read some crazy funny pieces of literature, and explored all facets of the humanities.

Here is how I felt during the class.

Surprisingly, I did quite well on all quizzes, papers, assignments, and exams. I was actually enjoying the class!

Here is how I felt after the class.

Now that Humanities 202 is over, I can finally admit that I've learned to appreciate art. While it still is not my chosen choice of profession or topic of conversation, I can discuss art in a sophisticated manner and actually have things to add when various pieces of art or artists are brought up. In fact, I kind of like art. Okay, I really like art.

A New Adventure

My camera will need to be taken with me everywhere. I'll always be on the constant look out. The most minute details will catch my eye. After quick posing, much laughter will ensue.

Why?

Oh, you know. It's just mine and Brooke's new adventure. Check it out at http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/2L9D2X/dengedenge.com/2010/04/the-lying-down-game/

You're sure to enjoy.